Thoughts on 1198s

[Flyboy]

Hi, I'm looking for opinions on the above. I almost bought one a couple of years ago but for various reasons I didn't but I'm back and keen to return to Ducati riding. My current bike is a Fireblade, which to be honest has been and still is a great bike.
There is a lot of very nice 1098s' forsale but I fancy it's bigger brother, I've never had an opportunity to ride either so it's a bit of a leap of faith...would appreciate some feedback to help me decide !!
Cheers...D.

[bradders]

get down to a dealer an try one, only ridden 848 but that was good enough for me

[duc daz]

im now on my third ducati and tbh i wouldnt ride anything else.. all ducati,s brought from jhp ducati coventry where the service is second to none honest.. im soon to be with my third red lady as just part ex my 1098.. a nearly new 1198s...just the thought of it makes my taste buds zing..